The MHT CET 2024 eligibility criteria outline the requirements for admission to first-year engineering/technology, pharmacy, and Pharm D. courses in Maharashtra.
All candidates, both passed and appearing in the qualifying examination (HSC/12th standard or its equivalent), with Indian nationality are eligible to appear for MHT CET 2024.
There is no age limit for admission or appearing in the exam. The eligibility criteria vary based on the type of candidature, including Maharashtra State, All India, Minority, NRI/OCI/PIO, and Foreign National.
It is mandatory for Maharashtra State and Minority candidates to appear for MHT CET 2024 for admission to B.E./B.Tech and B.Pharm/Pharm.D. courses, while All India candidates may choose to appear for MHT CET 2024 or use JEE (Main) or NEET scores, respectively.
Highlights
- Eligibility based on Maharashtra State Candidature: Various types (A to E) with specific criteria, including passing SSC and HSC/Diploma in Maharashtra, domicile certificate, or parents’ government employment in Maharashtra.
- All India Candidature: Indian nationals with HSC or equivalent examination and positive scores in JEE (Main) B.E./B.Tech or CET.
- Minority Candidature: Candidates from specific linguistic or religious minority communities in Maharashtra.
- NRI/OCI/PIO and Foreign National Candidature: Separate eligibility criteria apply.
- Mandatory MHT CET 2024 appearance for Maharashtra State and Minority candidates for B.E./B.Tech and B.Pharm/Pharm.D. admissions, respectively.
- Preference for JEE (Main) scores for B.E./B.Tech admissions and NEET scores for B.Pharm admissions over MHT CET 2024 scores.
- No age limit for admission or appearing in MHT CET 2024.
Eligibility criteria for 1st Year Engineering & Technology Courses
For Maharashtra State Candidature Candidates:
| Education Qualification | Passed HSC or its equivalent examination with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects along with Chemistry or one of the following: Biology / Technical Vocational subject / Computer Science or Information Technology / Informatics Practices / Agriculture / Engineering Graphics / Business Studies |
| Minimum Required Marks | At least 45% marks (at least 40% marks, in case of Backward Class categories, Economically Weaker Section and Persons with Disability category candidates belonging to Maharashtra State), in the above subjects taken together |
| CET Score | Non-zero score required in CET conducted by the Competent Authority |
| Diploma in Engineering and Technology | Passed Diploma in Engineering and Technology and obtained at least 45% marks (at least 40% marks, in case of Backward Class categories, Economically Weaker Section and Persons with Disability category candidates belonging to Maharashtra State) |
For All India Candidature Candidates:
(Including Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir and Union Territory of Ladakh Migrant Candidature Candidates)
| Education Qualification | Passed HSC or its equivalent examination with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects along with one of the Chemistry or Biotechnology or Biology or Technical Vocational subject or Computer Science or Information Technology or Informatics Practices or Agriculture or Engineering Graphics or Business Studies |
| Minimum Required Marks | At least 45% marks (at least 40% marks, in case of Backward Class categories, Economically Weaker Section and Persons with Disability category candidates belonging to Maharashtra State) in the above subjects taken together |
| CET Score | Should obtain non-zero positive score in JEE (Main) B.E./B.Tech or the candidate should have appeared in all the subjects in CET and should obtain non-zero score in CET conducted by the Competent Authority. However, preference shall be given to the candidate obtaining non-zero positive score in JEE (Main) B.E./B.Tech over the candidates who obtained non-zero score in CET |
| Diploma in Engineering and Technology | Passed Diploma in Engineering and Technology and obtained at least 45% marks (at least 40% marks, in case of Backward Class categories, Economically Weaker Section and Persons with Disability category candidates belonging to Maharashtra State) |
For NRI / OCI / PIO
(Including NRI / OCI / PIO)
| Education Qualification | The candidate should have passed the HSC or its equivalent examination with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects along with one of the Chemistry or Biotechnology or Biology or Technical Vocational subject or Computer Science or Information Technology or Informatics Practices or Agriculture or Engineering Graphics or Business Studies |
| Minimum Required Marks | At least 45% marks in the above subjects taken together |
Eligibility criteria for First Year – Pharmacy Courses
For Maharashtra State Candidature Candidates
| Education Qualification | Passed HSC or its equivalent examination with Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects along with one of the Mathematics or Biology |
| Minimum Required Marks | At least 45% marks (at least 40% marks in case of candidates of Backward Class categories, Economically Weaker Section, and Persons with Disability category belonging to Maharashtra State) in the above subjects taken together |
| CET Score | Should have appeared in all the subjects and should obtain a non-zero score in CET conducted by the Competent Authority |
For All India Candidature Candidates
(Including Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir and Union Territory of Ladakh Migrant Candidature Candidates)
| Education Qualification | Passed HSC or its equivalent examination with Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects along with one of the Mathematics or Biology |
| Minimum Required Marks | At least 45% marks (at least 40% marks in case of candidates of Backward class categories, Economically Weaker Section, and Persons with Disability belonging to Maharashtra State) in the above subjects taken together |
| NEET Score | Should obtain a non-zero positive score in NEET or the candidate should have appeared in all the subjects in CET and should obtain a non-zero score in CET conducted by the Competent Authority. However, preference shall be given to the candidate obtaining a non-zero positive score in NEET over the candidates who obtained a non-zero score in CET |
For NRI / OCI / PIO
(Including NRI / OCI / PIO)
| Education Qualification | The candidate should have passed the HSC or its equivalent examination with Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects along with one of the Mathematics or Biology, and obtained at least 45% marks in the above subjects taken together |
| Additional Criteria | Any other criterion declared from time to time by the appropriate authority as defined under the Act |
Eligibility criteria for First Year – Pharm D Course
For Maharashtra State Candidature Candidates
| Education Qualification | Passed HSC or its equivalent examination with Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects along with one of the Mathematics or Biology |
| Minimum Required Marks | At least 50% marks (at least 45% marks in case of candidates of Backward Class categories, Economically Weaker Section, and Persons with Disability category belonging to Maharashtra State) in the above subjects taken together |
| CET Score | Should have appeared in all the subjects and obtained a non-zero score in the CET conducted by the Competent Authority |
For All India Candidature Candidates
(Including Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir and Union Territory of Ladakh Migrant Candidature Candidates)
| Education Qualification | Passed HSC or its equivalent examination with Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects along with one of the Mathematics or Biology |
| Minimum Required Marks | At least 50% marks (at least 45% marks in case of candidates of Backward Class categories, Economically Weaker Section, and Persons with Disability category belonging to Maharashtra State) in the above subjects taken together |
| NEET Score | Should obtain a non-zero positive score in NEET or the candidate should have appeared in all the subjects in CET and should obtain a non-zero score in CET conducted by the Competent Authority. However, preference shall be given to the candidate obtaining a non-zero positive score in NEET over the candidates who obtained a non-zero score in CET |
For NRI / OCI / PIO
(Including NRI / OCI / PIO)
| Education Qualification | The candidate should have passed the HSC or its equivalent examination with Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects along with one of the Mathematics or Biology, and obtained at least 50% marks in the above subjects taken together |
| Additional Criteria | Passed Diploma Course in Pharmacy from institutes affiliated to State Board and having approval of competent central authority and State Government and obtained at least 50% marks |
FAQs
Who is eligible to appear for MHT CET 2024?
Candidates who satisfy the eligibility criteria set by the competent authority are eligible to appear for MHT CET 2024. The eligibility criteria include factors such as nationality, educational qualifications, and minimum required marks.
What is the nationality requirement for MHT CET 2024?
Indian nationals, as well as NRI/OCI/PIO, Children of Indian workers in the Gulf countries, and Foreign National candidates, are eligible to apply for MHT CET 2024.
What are the educational qualifications required for MHT CET 2024?
The educational qualifications vary depending on the course. Generally, candidates must have passed the HSC or its equivalent examination with specific subjects such as Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology as per the course requirements.
Are there any minimum marks required in the qualifying examination?
Yes, candidates must obtain minimum marks in the qualifying examination. The minimum marks required vary for different categories, such as General, Backward Class, Economically Weaker Section, and Persons with Disability candidates.
Can candidates who have completed a Diploma course apply for MHT CET 2024?
Yes, candidates who have completed a Diploma course in the relevant field are eligible to apply for MHT CET 2024, subject to meeting the minimum required marks criteria.
Is there an age limit for appearing in MHT CET 2024?
No, there is no specific age limit mentioned for appearing in MHT CET 2024. Candidates of any age can apply, provided they meet the other eligibility criteria.
Can candidates from other states apply for MHT CET 2024?
Yes, candidates from other states can apply for MHT CET 2024. However, they will be considered under the All India Candidature category and must meet the eligibility criteria specified for All India Candidature Candidates.
Can candidates who have appeared in JEE Main or NEET apply for MHT CET 2024?
Yes, candidates who have appeared in JEE Main or NEET are eligible to apply for MHT CET 2024. However, they must also appear in the CET conducted by the Competent Authority and obtain a non-zero score in order to be considered for admissions.
Is there any relaxation in eligibility criteria for reserved category candidates?
Yes, there is relaxation in minimum required marks for candidates belonging to Backward Class categories, Economically Weaker Section, and Persons with Disability category candidates as per the Maharashtra State reservation policy.
